"Christmas in the Mansion" set for Nov. 29 - Dec. 2

Posted by: Debbie Bowley on Mon, 12 November 2007 01:56:23

Lauralton Hall’s major annual benefit, “Christmas in the Mansion,” now in its eighteenth year, will be open to the public on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 30 to December 2. The school’s historic 19th Century Victorian Gothic mansion is the venue for more than 50 specialty boutiques, gourmet foods and Santa. New, unique exhibitors have been added to the exhibitor line up this year, so you’ll be sure to find the perfect gift for anyone on your Christmas gift list. The decorating theme, "Silver Bells," promises a unique new look for this year's event. To access more detailed information--ticket prices, opening and closing times and more--about this truly magnificent "showcase of the season," use the “Christmas in the Mansion Information" link. For a list of exhibitors, access the “CIM 2007 Exhibitors" link; for directions to Lauralton Hall, open the "CIM Directions" link.

“Christmas in the Mansion” weekend traditionally opens by featuring a very special reservation-only event. The Preview Gala, to be held this year on Thursday, November 29, is an exciting evening of early Christmas shopping, the first look at our “showcase of the season,” caroling, hors d’oeuvres, new, light buffet and cocktails. Use the link on this page to access the "Preview Gala" reservation form. This event is very popular, so please reserve early and note that reservations must be received by November 19.

Lauralton parents and alumnae are reminded that many, many hands are needed throughout the weekend to make this event successful. Use the "CIM Volunteer Sign-up" link to download the staffing form and sign up NOW. Questions about volunteer shifts for CIM should be directed to Event Co-coordinator Karen Kline (rltrkar@aol.com). To volunteer for traffic control, contact Fathers Club Chair Steve Garcia (sgarcia02@snet.net).

To learn about sponsorship opportunities at “Christmas in the Mansion” use the "CIM Sponsorship" link. For more information or to offer your support, please contact the Special Events Office at 203-877-2786, ext. 143 or rltrkar@aol.com.